Buran Ghati Trek vs Hampta Pass Trek

Compare Buran Ghati Trek and Hampta Pass Trek side by side — difficulty, duration, altitude, best season, permits and cost. Hampta Pass Trek is the friendlier pick for first-timers; Buran Ghati Trek climbs higher for bigger summit views; Hampta Pass Trek fits a shorter schedule; Hampta Pass Trek is easier on the budget

Our verdict

Hampta Pass Trek is the friendlier pick for first-timers; Buran Ghati Trek climbs higher for bigger summit views; Hampta Pass Trek fits a shorter schedule; Hampta Pass Trek is easier on the budget.

FeatureBuran Ghati TrekHampta Pass Trek
DifficultyDifficultModerate
Duration7 days6 days
Max altitude15,420 ft14,009 ft
Best seasonSep – NovSep – Nov
PermitsPermit requiredPermit required
Est. cost₹25,000–₹45,000₹8,000–₹18,000
RegionShimla and Kullu districts, Himachal PradeshHimachal Pradesh